Job Description

ONA

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Status: Regular Full Time

Department: I/P SURGERY FLOAT POOL

Program: Surgical Program

DDNN - 12 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa & Ajax-Pickering

Wage Schedule: $39.070 - $56 per hour

ONA: 2500002341



DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:



Reporting to Manager of Surgery, the successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, planning implementation and evaluating nursing care and practice activities in a multidisciplinary family centered care environment. The Registered Nurse is a highly skilled nurse that will be responsive to the staffing needs in the surgical inpatient units, providing pre- and post-operative care to a range of patient populations. As an individual practitioner, the nurse will maintain competence and professionalism relevant to current practice. The nurse will be responsible for maintaining the health record according to hospital policy, procedure and standards.



QUALIFICATIONS:



Registration with the College of Nurse of Ontario (in good standing) Demonstrated commitment to maintain Reflective Practice Standards as outlined by the CNO Current B.C.L.S. certificate BScN and membership in RNAO and other professional nursing associations preferred Recent experience and evidence of recent and related continuing education in surgical nursing Recent experience in acute surgical care including thoracic experience, PCA, Epidural management, central lines/TPN; chest tubes, management of complex wounds, ostomy care and management Demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, communication skills both written and verbal; problem-solving, prioritization and teaching skills Demonstrated self-motivation regarding continuing education in areas of patient assessment, patient education, leadership, and related Clinical Specialties Demonstrated ability to adapt to change in patient care assignments, patient care units and hospital sites within the Surgical Program Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to foster good public relations and effective working relationships in a family-centred environment Evidence of sound organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to work well in stressful situations Ability to lift, turn, transfer patients manually and with mechanical aids Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service in this area Must have a satisfactory performance record


CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:



The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and the Ontario Nurses Association (RN Bargaining Unit Local 051).



Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.



Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) . Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.



At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.



Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.



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